James Ware
Marshall,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented apprentice plumber with proven skills in plumbing installation and repair. Strong safety awareness and problem-solving abilities contribute to effective teamwork and excellent customer service.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Plumber
Haltom plumbing co
Shreveport, Louisiana
05.2025 - 07.2026
- Assisted lead plumbers in installing and repairing plumbing systems, contributing to timely project completion and quality standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot plumbing issues effectively.
- Followed safety protocols during all plumbing tasks to prevent accidents.
- Cleared blockages in drains using specialized tools and techniques.
- Delivered customer service during on-site plumbing visits, addressing client needs and ensuring satisfaction.
- Supported inventory management by organizing supplies and materials efficiently.
- Assisted journeyman plumbers in performing repairs and maintenance on pipes, fixtures, and other plumbing equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites at the end of each shift to ensure a safe working environment for others.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
- Assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent and soldering materials.
- Repaired leaking valves, replaced defective washers and gaskets, repaired or replaced broken pipes.
- Installed valves, hangers and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed water heaters according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches and saws during installation process.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
- Connected gas lines to stoves, furnaces, grills following safety protocols.
- Determined right tools and equipment needed to successfully complete jobs.
- Tested and identified pipe leaks with air and water pressure gauges under plumber supervision.
- Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws, and threading machines.
- Maintained detailed records of completed repair jobs, facilitating accurate tracking of parts used and enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Replaced worn washers in faucets to prevent leakage issues.
- Researched different types of plumbing supplies available in order to make cost-effective decisions when purchasing materials.
- Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
- Checked out blueprints before installation of piping systems to determine the specific materials required.
- Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
- Calculated flow rates through pipes based on the size of the pipe diameter and length of run.
- Operated tools and equipment such as hand saws, pipe cutters, and drills on a daily basis.
- Assisted with installation of systems, components and construction materials into new and remodeled buildings.
- Arranged and transported supplies needed for individual plumbing jobs and unloaded truck upon arrival.
- Assisted senior professionals by moving and holding materials during plumbing tasks. for senior professionals to complete work.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their plumbing needs and concerns.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment on job sites.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools safely during plumbing installations and repairs.
- Maintained inventory of plumbing supplies and tools to support daily operations.
- Adhered to established safety practices for work behaviors and equipment operation to prevent mishaps and accidents.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Installed supports from ceiling joists to secure pipes in place.
- Inspected installations to repair leaks and make adjustments to pipes.
- Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
- Organized installation steps to accommodate structural barriers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elysian Fields
Waskom, TX05-2025
Skills
- Plumbing installation
- Pipe maintenance
- Leak detection
- Tool operation
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Technical troubleshooting
- Plumbing installation
- Gas installation
- Pipe cutting
- Pipe assembly
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting plumbing
- Plumbing management
- Supply management
- Water treatment systems
- Drain cleaning
- Plumbing code compliance
- Pipe installation
- Material selection
- Fixture installation
- Safety compliance
- Fixture repair
- Pipe insulation
- Piping installation
- Sewer systems
- Hand tool proficiency
- Preventive care
- Plumbing repairs
- Septic systems
- Pipe threading
- Water heater care
- Water heater setup
- Ventilation systems
- Valve repair
- Pipe measuring
- Equipment monitoring
- Pipe replacement
- Equipment safety
- Hand tool use
- Valve replacement
- Preventive maintenance
- Basic repairs
- Waste management
- Septic care
- Excavation work
- Materials handling
- Power tool use
- Maintenance
- Measurements
- Safety practices
Timeline
Apprentice Plumber
Haltom plumbing co
05.2025 - 07.2026
High School Diploma -
Elysian Fields